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500. Keep me safe, O God, I take refuge in you

Text Information
First Line: Keep me safe, O God, I take refuge in you
Author (refrain): Paul Inwood (b. 1947)
Refrain First Line: O Lord, you are the centre of my life
Language: English
Publication Date: 2013
Scripture:
Topic: Christian Initiation; Children and All-Age Worship; Commitment (8 more...)
Copyright: Verses © 1963 The Grail (England) Permission applied for.
Notes: The refrain is first sung by the Cantor, then repeated by All.
Tune Information
Name: [Keep me safe, O God, I take refuge in you]
Composer: Paul Inwood (b. 1947)
Key: c minor



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